Cheesy Apple and Sausage Breakfast Casserole

01Method

1. 1

   Heat the oven to 375°F. Rub a 13x9-inch baking dish all over the bottom and sides with butter using a paper towel.

2. 2

   Spread the hash browns in an even layer across the base of the dish, then scatter half a cup of cheddar over them.

3. 3

   Combine the diced apples with the cinnamon in a medium bowl, toss until evenly coated, and set aside.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well blended. Crumble the sausage into small bite-sized pieces and stir into the egg mixture along with the cinnamon apples, one cup of cheddar, salt, pepper, and onion powder, mixing thoroughly with a spatula.

5. 5

   Pour the filling evenly over the potato-and-cheese layer and smooth the surface. Top with the remaining cheddar. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges are golden brown. Allow the casserole to rest on a wire rack for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.